Interim Chief Compliance Officer

The Interim Chief Compliance Officer will oversee and manage the UK compliance function, ensuring adherence to FCA regulations and other applicable laws. This role is critical in safeguarding the Company's reputation and operational integrity, providing strategic leadership on compliance matters, and fostering a culture of ethical business practices.Responsibilities:Liaise and report to the relevant regulatory bodies as required by the applicable regulationsAct as an adviser to the Company’s Board of Directors and Senior Management on general compliance issuesMaintain an up-to-date understanding of relevant aspects of prevailing business practices in the Company and the application of regulation to its businessEnsure local operation/administration procedures comply with relevant regulations and that this is adequately documentedEnsure staff are trained in local regulatory requirements and receive induction training, and that all staff required to comply with the relevant regulator’s training and competence regime do soAdvise staff on regulatory issues as and when requiredConduct and record regular monitoring to ensure that business and transactions of the Company are conducted in compliance with in-house rules and regulations, ensuring that client due diligence complaint procedures are adequateEnsure any issues arising are satisfactorily addressed and resolvedInvestigate issues of concern in relation to compliance as and when requiredAssess the Company’s status of compliance and report periodically to senior management and the Board of Directors, keeping them informed of all relevant mattersDesign and review the Company’s internal policies and procedures related to compliance matters and controls relevant to the prevention of money laundering and terrorist financingMonitor and assess the correct and effective implementation of the policies in relation to the prevention of money laundering and terrorist financing, implementation of the risk management and procedures manual, and apply monitoring mechanisms in order to assess the level of compliance of the departments and employees of the CompanyGive guidance for corrective measures where necessary and inform the Board of Directors if neededDetect, record, and evaluate, at least on an annual basis, all risks arising from existing and new customers, new financial instruments and services, and update and amend the systems and procedures applied by the CompanyAssist with internal and external auditProvide support with regard to CASS oversight and controlRequirements:Experience in a similar compliance role within the financial services industry, preferably within a FinTech environmentIn-depth knowledge of FCA regulations and UK financial services lawsProven experience in developing and implementing compliance programs and policiesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex compliance issues and develop effective solutionsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levelsHigh ethical standards and a commitment to integrity and professionalismDemonstrated leadership and team management abilitiesBachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related fieldA Master’s degree or professional certification is a plusPreviously held SMF16/SMF17 role